Immediate opportunity for a Structural Engineer to join the Manufacturing Planning team of a global, Tier 1 Automotive Supplier. Seeking a candidate with a University Degree in Civil Engineering, specifically with a major in Structural Engineering. A qualified candidate will have 1-3 years work experience post graduation. This individual will assist with the selection and planning of new building sites, structures, and facility expansions. This is a direct hire role into our client company.

Hiring Company is a Tier 1 automotive, full-service supplier that provides metal stamping, modular weld assemblies, BIW structures and components to international automotive manufacturers.

• Salary + bonus + full benefits plan
• 25-30% travel to factory locations within Mexico and Canada
• Sorry, No OPT, H-1B Visa or Corp-to-Corp. Candidate must reside in the United States.
  

Responsibilities:

• Participation in the selection of new manufacturing plant locations.
• Responsible management of Greenfield and Brownfield Building projects, including construction cost estimation.
• Participation in creating of layout planning for all manufacturing locations.
• Monitoring of building permission procedure and authority contacts.
• Development and implementation of standards for efficient technical infrastructure.
• Participation in the development of a modular factory structure.
• Reviews appropriateness of manufacturing/tooling processes process.
• Compliance of engineering processes within company policies and procedures.
• Contributes to managing costs and budget.
• Accountable for ensuring development timelines are met prior to award.
• Set project schedule and implement projects to meet timelines.
• Review architectural & engineering design drawings.
• Provide value engineering suggestions to reduce construction cost.
• Maintains strong, positive relationships with customers and addresses issues/concerns in a timely and effective manner.
• Follows company policies, procedures, engineering standards and control methods.
• Compliance with government legislation while working on company business.
  

Qualifications:

• 1-3 years’ experience in the automotive or construction industry.
• Strong knowledge in factory/plant building design/layout and implementation with cost experience.
• Familiar with software programs that deal with relevant Sales and Engineering functions (AutoCad, pack assist, Microsoft Project, Excel).
• General knowledge of government legislation affecting the workplace, e.g., health and safety.
• Preferred to have OSHA 30 certificate, familiar with building codes e.g., ACI, AISC, ASHTO, ASCE & RS Means.
• Secure application of modern IT and communication techniques.
• University Degree/College Diploma in Graduated Civil Engineer, major in Structural Engineering desired.